How Long Does It Take for White Car Paint to Blend After Touch-Up?

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DawsonAnn
07/25/25 11:32am
After a white car has been repainted, it may take anywhere from half a month to a month for the paint to blend, depending on environmental and weather conditions. Here are some precautions to take after car repainting: 1. Avoid washing the car under direct sunlight: Remember not to wash the car immediately after the engine has cooled down, as this can cause premature aging of the engine. 2. Do not use high-pressure water streams to wash the car body: Excessive water pressure can damage the car's paint. If there is stubborn dirt or mud on the car, first soak it with water before rinsing. Use a dispersed water stream for washing. 3. Do not misuse cleaning agents: The car body may have highly corrosive stains, such as tar, oil stains, bird droppings, or insect residue. These stains are difficult to clean and require cleaning agents, but different stains require different cleaning agents. 4. Check if the new paint matches the original car paint: The new paint should closely match the original factory paint. It's best to inspect the paint under sunlight, as color can vary significantly under different lighting conditions. 5. Check the smoothness of the paint: Generally, the paint should be free of pinholes, impurities, or runs.
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